The Virginia Gazette

12/25/2025

The St. George Tucker House, an 18th century home in the heart of the city’s historic area, may be the site of where an endearing holiday tradition began.

The German holiday custom came to Virginia in 1842 when Nathaniel Beverley Tucker, a law professor at William & Mary, offered a new college professor a home.

12/24/2025

Rooney Rimmer, who has juvenile dermatomyositis, traveled to New York City for six days as a Make-A-Wish recipient, where the “Wicked” superfan saw a live Broadway performance of the musical.

Rooney Rimmer traveled to NYC as a Make-A-Wish recipient.

12/23/2025

A Newport News man was taken to the hospital Tuesday after shooting himself in the foot, police said.

The shooting occurred while the man was shopping at the outlets, police said.

12/23/2025

“Peace” features 10 original songs, including “Peace on Earth,” which has lyrics in multiple languages. A portion of sales will benefit the Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg and its programs to support kids and teenagers.

The album is scheduled to debut in its entirety on WMBG Radio, FM 93.5 The Burg and WMBG AM 740, on Christmas Day.

12/22/2025

Buc-ee's was originally expected to open this year in New Kent. But delays associated with the need for a new interchange to handle the traffic have pushed that date back.

Buc-ee’s was originally expected to open this year in New Kent. But delays associated with the need for a new interchange to handle the traffic have pushed that date back.

12/22/2025

This year marks the 90th anniversary of special holiday greenery decorations being placed on homes and buildings in Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area.

Annual contest in Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area brings out the creativity in residents.

12/19/2025

As we head into the last few days before Christmas and the end of Hanukkah, here are some last-minute ways to celebrate the holiday season.

Fill your time over the days before Christmas with holiday plays, trains, Santa, shopping and more.

12/19/2025

Three pressing issues impacting our community today are food insecurity, homelessness and helping the sick and elderly. Fortunately, multiple local organizations are collaborating to make a difference, writes columnist Laura D. Hill.

This year in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, pause to make time reflect on how you can help to build bigger tables in 2026, writes columnist Laura D. Hill.

12/18/2025

The suspect in a James City County bank robbery that occurred Saturday died by su***de the following day after fleeing to North Carolina, authorities said.

The man was suspected of robbing a Wells Fargo bank in James City County on Saturday.

12/17/2025

Redistricting plans have been in the works for the Williamsburg-James City County school system for about a year, but many school families — and some staff members — are unaware.

The Williamsburg-James City County school system wants to bring more community awareness to its redistricting plans.

12/17/2025

York County native Valerie Cagle, an elite college and pro player, has designed a softball glove with positive words and phrases meant to empower young athletes navigating the challenges of sports.
https://www.dailypress.com/2025/12/17/york-county-native-designs-softball-glove-to-help-spread-positivity/

12/17/2025

Now in business for 40 years, the Christmas Mouse has nine locations in three states and was recently named one of Virginia's "most Christmassy" stores.
https://www.dailypress.com/2025/12/17/still-in-the-spirit-to-buy-tariffs-dont-keep-the-christmas-mouse-down-during-holidays/